Senior Administrative Coordinator (Finance)

About the Role

For informal queries about the role, please contact Fay Concannon, Departmental Administrator (Finance), at Fay.Concannon@warwick.ac.uk.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Finance Office Administration Team in a varied and influential role. As Senior Administrative Coordinator (Finance), you will help shape how the department communicates, collaborates and delivers its services. From coordinating recruitment and supporting departmental projects to creating engaging communications, developing digital content and improving administrative processes, you will work with colleagues across the Finance Office and wider University to make a positive and visible contribution. You will also support the effective running of day-to-day operations and provide continuity of service when representing the Departmental Administrator.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description (link here).

About You

We are looking for a proactive, highly organised and solution-focussed individual who enjoys variety and takes pride in delivering work to a high standard, with significant experience of working in a complex, fast-paced environment. You will bring strong administrative, communication and project coordination experience, together with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and multiple workstreams independently. A positive outlook and collaborative approach are essential, as you will be a supportive team player who builds effective working relationships, embraces new ideas and looks for practical ways to improve how we work. Experience of recruitment and onboarding, project coordination, and communications is essential, alongside confidence in using Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools. Experience within higher education would be an advantage.

About the Department

The University Finance office supports business planning and innovation to maximise the financial resources available to the University and create the long-term sustainable financial platform required for future growth.  Finance staff across the University are networked as a professional community of expertise.  You will be supported to continue your professional journey through access to Continuing Professional Development training opportunities, sector networks and regular Finance Office briefings. 

As a member of staff at Warwick you can enjoy a wide range of competitive benefits. Take a look at the benefits that are on offer, including an attractive pension scheme, a generous annual leave entitlement (including Christmas closure), family friendly policies, and discounted Warwick Sport membership.

The role is campus based however staff can opt to work under the Finance Office’s current hybrid policy where a maximum of 40% of time (2 days per week for full time staff; normally Tuesdays and Fridays) can be worked remotely. This is subject to review and operational requirements. Whilst in the induction phase you’ll be required to work 100% in the office. Further details are available on request or at interview stage. 

For further information about The Finance Office and the opportunities available, please visit our website.

How to Apply

To apply please complete your essential personal details and attach a CV and cover letter by the closing date and time stated.

We will review applications throughout the advertising period and may contact shortlisted candidates before the closing date. We therefore encourage interested applicants to submit their application as early as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.

Please ensure your CV includes your most recent employment experience along with any additional relevant experience and education history.

Your cover letter should detail your motivation for applying for the role as well as detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria.  

The interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.